Stunt Driver Charged In West Perth

Source: Area OPPDate: Tue Aug 21 03:11:34 MST 2018

(WEST PERTH, ON) - Shortly after 3:00 p.m. on August 19, 2018, a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Perth County detachment observed a stunt driver on Perth Line 34 in the Municipality of West Perth.

The vehicle was travelling over fifty kilometers above the posted speed limit when it was stopped by police.

Twenty-six-year old Qamar KHAN of Mississauga was charged with the following offence:

Race a motor vehicle-excessive speed

The vehicle was towed and impounded. The male was issued a driver's licence suspension and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Stunt driving places everyone at unnecessary risk of serious injury or death. If you observe suspicious or concerning driving behaviour, pull over and call police at 1-888-310-1122. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1.